Platform Engineer

ebury; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fintech firm is seeking an experienced Platform Engineer to enhance the scalability and reliability of their systems. This role involves collaboration with development teams, designing new systems, and automating processes. Ideal candidates have a strong background in cloud architecture, distributed systems, and programming in Python, along with excellent communication skills. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and can make an impact in the fintech industry.

Benefits

High-Performance Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Collaborative Culture

Qualifications

• Experience in building large-scale distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and application deployment models.
• Enthusiasm for writing code, primarily in Python.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to accelerate value delivery.
• Ensure high availability and reliability of the platform.
• Design and implement automation tools to boost efficiency.

Skills

Building large-scale distributed systems

Cloud architecture

Containerized systems (Kubernetes, Amazon Container Services)

Programming in Python

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

AWS

Job description

Our platform engineering team is seeking an experienced Platform Engineer. You will collaborate with multiple development teams to accelerate value delivery to our customers and achieve business objectives.

Why Ebury?

• High-Performance, High-Growth Environment: Be part of a dynamic and rapidly growing company that values impact and rewards results.
• Focus on Excellence: We are committed to becoming a world-class organization and are looking for individuals who share our passion for delivering exceptional work.
• Personal Responsibility and Freedom: We empower our employees to take ownership of their work and make a real difference.
• Collaborative and Inclusive Culture: We value diversity, promote inclusion, and foster a positive work environment where everyone feels respected and supported.
• Continuous Growth and Development: Benefit from our career map, regular reviews, and training opportunities to advance your career and reach your full potential.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with development teams to accelerate value delivery and enhance scalability and reliability for clients.
2. Work within Platform Engineering to ensure high availability and reliability of our platform.
3. Contribute to the design and implementation of new systems and services, meeting reliability and scalability standards.
4. Develop and maintain infrastructure and application monitoring, incident management, and troubleshooting procedures.
5. Utilize observability tools to gain insights into system performance and health, guiding improvement decisions.
6. Design and implement automation tools and processes to boost efficiency and minimize downtime.
7. Participate in on-call rotation to address critical incidents and guarantee system availability.
8. Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and practices in Platform Engineering and infrastructure.

Requirements:

• Experience in building large-scale distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of cloud architecture and application deployment models (AWS preferred).
• Experience in operating web-scale deployments of containerized systems using Kubernetes and/or Amazon Container Services.
• Deep understanding of programming languages and the systems you have worked on.
• Enthusiasm for writing code, primarily using Python (prior experience beneficial, willingness to learn essential).
• Passion for designing large systems with scalable and elegant interfaces.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving root causes, and collaborating with code owners to prevent recurrence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and a commitment to upholding Ebury's values.

Nice to have:

• Experience in the FinTech industry.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• Familiarity with security and compliance requirements (e.g., HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR, DORA) is a plus.
• Proficiency in Spanish or Portuguese is advantageous.

About Ebury

Ebury is a global fintech firm dedicated to empowering businesses to expand internationally through tailored and forward-thinking financial solutions. Since our founding in 2009, we've grown to a diverse team of over 1,700 professionals across 40+ offices and 29+ markets worldwide. Joining Ebury means becoming part of a collaborative and innovative environment where your contributions are valued. You'll play a key role in shaping the future of cross-border finance, while advancing your own career in a dynamic, high-growth industry.

Founded in 2009, headquartered in London, with a presence in more than 29 markets worldwide. We celebrate cultural diversity and foster an inclusive environment through active employee networks and ESG initiatives, including Women's, LGBTQIA+, and Veterans Networks. We stand against discrimination and promote a workplace where everyone can thrive. Please submit your application on the careers website directly, uploading your CV / resume in English.